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	===Bootloader controversy===		===Bootloader controversy===
	~~{{See also\|Bootloader unlocking}}~~		Motorola has made it against their Legal Agreements<ref>{{Cite web \|author= \|title=Unlocking the Bootloader \|url=https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a \|website=Motorola \|date= \|access-date=28 Feb 2026 \|url-status=live \|archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20260216203142/https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a \|archive-date=16 Feb 2026}}</ref> to resell your phone, after [[Bootloader unlocking\|unlocking the bootloader]], sparking concerns over ownership. "''Once you unlock the device, you can only use it for your personal use, and '''may not sell or otherwise transfer the device'''''".<ref name=":0">{{Cite web \|author= \|title=Boot revised \|url=https://en-us.support.motorola.com/ci/fattach/get/741421/1385047216/redirect/1/filename/Boot_revised.pdf \|website=Motorola \|date= \|access-date=28 Feb 2026 \|url-status=live \|archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20251130172159/https://en-us.support.motorola.com/ci/fattach/get/741421/1385047216/redirect/1/filename/Boot_revised.pdf \|archive-date=30 Nov 2025 \|format=PDF}}</ref>
	Motorola has made it against their Legal Agreements<ref>{{Cite web \|author= \|title=Unlocking the Bootloader \|url=https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a \|website=Motorola \|date= \|access-date=28 Feb 2026 \|url-status=live \|archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20260216203142/https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a \|archive-date=16 Feb 2026}}</ref> to resell your phone, after unlocking the bootloader, sparking concerns over ownership. "''Once you unlock the device, you can only use it for your personal use, and '''may not sell or otherwise transfer the device'''''".<ref name=":0">{{Cite web \|author= \|title=Boot revised \|url=https://en-us.support.motorola.com/ci/fattach/get/741421/1385047216/redirect/1/filename/Boot_revised.pdf \|website=Motorola \|date= \|access-date=28 Feb 2026 \|url-status=live \|archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20251130172159/https://en-us.support.motorola.com/ci/fattach/get/741421/1385047216/redirect/1/filename/Boot_revised.pdf \|archive-date=30 Nov 2025 \|format=PDF}}</ref>

	They have also mentioned that unlocking your device voids the warranty. This means if the CPU, battery, or any other component unrelated to unlocking a device should stop functioning, it will not be covered under warranty.<ref name=":0" />		They have also mentioned that unlocking your device voids the warranty. This means if the CPU, battery, or any other component unrelated to unlocking a device should stop functioning, it will not be covered under warranty.<ref name=":0" />

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	===Bootloader controversy===		===Bootloader controversy===
			{{See also\|Bootloader unlocking}}
	Motorola has made it against their Legal Agreements<ref>{{Cite web \|author= \|title=Unlocking the Bootloader \|url=https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a \|website=Motorola \|date= \|access-date=28 Feb 2026 \|url-status=live \|archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20260216203142/https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a \|archive-date=16 Feb 2026}}</ref> to resell your phone, after unlocking the bootloader, sparking concerns over ownership. "''Once you unlock the device, you can only use it for your personal use, and '''may not sell or otherwise transfer the device'''''".<ref name=":0">{{Cite web \|author= \|title=Boot revised \|url=https://en-us.support.motorola.com/ci/fattach/get/741421/1385047216/redirect/1/filename/Boot_revised.pdf \|website=Motorola \|date= \|access-date=28 Feb 2026 \|url-status=live \|archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20251130172159/https://en-us.support.motorola.com/ci/fattach/get/741421/1385047216/redirect/1/filename/Boot_revised.pdf \|archive-date=30 Nov 2025 \|format=PDF}}</ref>		Motorola has made it against their Legal Agreements<ref>{{Cite web \|author= \|title=Unlocking the Bootloader \|url=https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a \|website=Motorola \|date= \|access-date=28 Feb 2026 \|url-status=live \|archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20260216203142/https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a \|archive-date=16 Feb 2026}}</ref> to resell your phone, after unlocking the bootloader, sparking concerns over ownership. "''Once you unlock the device, you can only use it for your personal use, and '''may not sell or otherwise transfer the device'''''".<ref name=":0">{{Cite web \|author= \|title=Boot revised \|url=https://en-us.support.motorola.com/ci/fattach/get/741421/1385047216/redirect/1/filename/Boot_revised.pdf \|website=Motorola \|date= \|access-date=28 Feb 2026 \|url-status=live \|archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20251130172159/https://en-us.support.motorola.com/ci/fattach/get/741421/1385047216/redirect/1/filename/Boot_revised.pdf \|archive-date=30 Nov 2025 \|format=PDF}}</ref>

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	==='''Live lock screen (2024)'''===		==='''Live lock screen (2024)'''===
	In late 2024, Motorola had installed an adware app called [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.taboola.mip Live lock screen] (from Taboola) for their recent devices under the guise of a "security update".<ref>{{Cite web\|url=https://techissuestoday.com/motorola-lock-screen-ads-articles/\|title=Motorola users noticing ads on lock screen after recent system updates\|first=Dwayne\|last=Cubbins\|date=2024-11-21\|work=Tech-Issues Today\|access-date=2025-06-18\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250508185348/https://techissuestoday.com/motorola-lock-screen-ads-articles/\|archive-date=2025-05-08\|url-status=live}}</ref> This is installed as a system app and so cannot be deleted, with some speculating Motorola "might be looking for new revenue streams". Some users have found workarounds to removing the app from their phones involving the use of a computer's terminal.<ref name="Reddit">{{Cite web\|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/motorola/comments/1h0klyj/remove_live_lock_screen_permanently_using_adb/\|title=Remove Live lock screen permanently using ADB commands\|author=u/Legal Literature1356\|work=Reddit\|date=2024-11-26\|access-date=2025-06-18\|archive-url=https://~~archive~~.ph/~~xYiUn~~\|archive-date=2025~~-01-28~~\|url-status=dead}}</ref><blockquote>1- Download adb files from given link and extract it in your PC (It also includes this video tutorial in Full HD format in case reddit compressed it here. https://drive.google.com/file/d/16cEtQFyLRfR216j7McXS4UpBIV4jcFPL/view?usp=drivesdk		In late 2024, Motorola had installed an adware app called [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.taboola.mip Live lock screen] (from Taboola) for their recent devices under the guise of a "security update".<ref>{{Cite web\|url=https://techissuestoday.com/motorola-lock-screen-ads-articles/\|title=Motorola users noticing ads on lock screen after recent system updates\|first=Dwayne\|last=Cubbins\|date=2024-11-21\|work=Tech-Issues Today\|access-date=2025-06-18\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250508185348/https://techissuestoday.com/motorola-lock-screen-ads-articles/\|archive-date=2025-05-08\|url-status=live}}</ref> This is installed as a system app and so cannot be deleted, with some speculating Motorola "might be looking for new revenue streams". Some users have found workarounds to removing the app from their phones involving the use of a computer's terminal.<ref name="Reddit">{{Cite web\|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/motorola/comments/1h0klyj/remove_live_lock_screen_permanently_using_adb/\|title=Remove Live lock screen permanently using ADB commands\|author=u/Legal Literature1356\|work=Reddit\|date=2024-11-26\|access-date=2025-06-18\|archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20250121123239/https://old.reddit.com/r/motorola/comments/1h0klyj/remove_live_lock_screen_permanently_using_adb/\|archive-date=21 Jan 2025\|url-status=dead}}</ref><blockquote>1- Download adb files from given link and extract it in your PC (It also includes this video tutorial in Full HD format in case reddit compressed it here. https://drive.google.com/file/d/16cEtQFyLRfR216j7McXS4UpBIV4jcFPL/view?usp=drivesdk

	2- Connect your phone to your PC using usb cable.		2- Connect your phone to your PC using usb cable.

AnotherConsumerRightsPerson at 06:21, 15 January 2026

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	[[wikipedia:Motorola\|'''Motorola''']] Mobility (commonly known as Motorola), which wa founded in 1928, is a company specializing in smartphones, tablets, and public safety equipment.		[[wikipedia:Motorola\|'''Motorola''']] Mobility (commonly known as Motorola), which was founded in 1928, is a company specializing in smartphones, tablets, and public safety equipment.

	==Incidents==		==Incidents==

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	{{~~InfoboxCompany~~		{{CompanyCargo
	\| ~~Name~~ = ~~Motorola Mobility, Inc~~.		\|Description=American mobile device manufacturer owned by Lenovo.
	~~\| Type = Public~~		\|Founded=1928
	\| Founded = 1928		\|Industry=Electronics
	\| Industry = Electronics		\|Logo=Motorola-Logo.svg.png
	\| ~~Official~~ Website = https://www.motorola.com		\|ParentCompany=Lenovo
	~~\| Logo = Motorola-Logo.svg.png~~		\|Type=Subsidiary
			\|Website=https://www.motorola.com
	}}		}}
	[[wikipedia:Motorola\|'''Motorola''']] Mobility (commonly known as Motorola), which wa founded in 1928, is a company specializing in smartphones, tablets, and public safety equipment.		[[wikipedia:Motorola\|'''Motorola''']] Mobility (commonly known as Motorola), which wa founded in 1928, is a company specializing in smartphones, tablets, and public safety equipment.

AnotherConsumerRightsPerson at 20:56, 14 November 2025

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	~~{{DISPLAYTITLE:Motorola Mobility}}~~
	~~{{DISPLAYTITLE:Motorola Mobility (Motorola)}}~~
	~~{{DISPLAYTITLE:Motorola Mobility (Motorola)}}~~
	{{InfoboxCompany		{{InfoboxCompany
	\| Name = Motorola Mobility, Inc.		\| Name = Motorola Mobility, Inc.
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			[[wikipedia:Motorola\|'''Motorola''']] Mobility (commonly known as Motorola), which wa founded in 1928, is a company specializing in smartphones, tablets, and public safety equipment.
	~~Founded in 1928, and later sold to [[Lenovo]] in 2014,~~ [[wikipedia:Motorola\|'''Motorola''']] Mobility (commonly known as Motorola) is a company specializing in smartphones, tablets, and public safety equipment.

	==Incidents==		==Incidents==

AnotherConsumerRightsPerson: Lenovo has an ACTUAL ARTICLE, you know?

2025-09-26T05:41:57Z

Lenovo has an ACTUAL ARTICLE, you know?

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	Founded in 1928, and later sold to [[~~wikipedia:Lenovo\|~~Lenovo]] in 2014, [[wikipedia:Motorola\|'''Motorola''']] Mobility (commonly known as Motorola) is a company specializing in smartphones, tablets, and public safety equipment.		Founded in 1928, and later sold to [[Lenovo]] in 2014, [[wikipedia:Motorola\|'''Motorola''']] Mobility (commonly known as Motorola) is a company specializing in smartphones, tablets, and public safety equipment.

	==Incidents==		==Incidents==

2A02:C7C:F297:600:9FC0:5950:21EB:296B: /* Intentional bootloader unlock restriction on some Motorola models */ Source: I purchased a Moto G14 under the assumption that I could unlock it.

2025-08-17T02:57:30Z

Intentional bootloader unlock restriction on some Motorola models: Source: I purchased a Moto G14 under the assumption that I could unlock it.

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	Over time, a community of enthusiasts successfully unlocked the bootloader on Moto G13/G23 by decompiling the lk (Little Kernel, bootloader) partition, studying the key generation algorithm, and creating a key generator (keygen).<ref>https://penangf.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/bootloader/#bootloader-unlock</ref><ref>https://penangf.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/oem-key-algorithm</ref><ref>https://github.com/moto-penangf/fuckyoumoto/blob/main/oem_keygen.py</ref>		Over time, a community of enthusiasts successfully unlocked the bootloader on Moto G13/G23 by decompiling the lk (Little Kernel, bootloader) partition, studying the key generation algorithm, and creating a key generator (keygen).<ref>https://penangf.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/bootloader/#bootloader-unlock</ref><ref>https://penangf.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/oem-key-algorithm</ref><ref>https://github.com/moto-penangf/fuckyoumoto/blob/main/oem_keygen.py</ref>
	This proves that bootloader unlocking was originally intended to be possible, '''but Motorola deliberately concealed it from customers by refusing to provide the necessary keys.'''		This proves that bootloader unlocking was originally intended to be possible, '''but Motorola deliberately concealed it from customers by refusing to provide the necessary keys.'''

			Motorola specifically avoids offering the necessary keys/tools for bootloader unlocking on models with Spreadtrum/Unisoc SoCs, which are often used in more affordable devices.

	====List of phones with bootloader unlocking disabled====		====List of phones with bootloader unlocking disabled====
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	*Moto E7 / E7 Power		*Moto E7 / E7 Power
	*Moto G13 / G23		*Moto G13 / G23
			*Moto G14
	*Moto G24 / G24 Power		*Moto G24 / G24 Power
	*Moto G22		*Moto G22

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	==Incidents==		==Incidents==
	===Bootloader Controversy===		===Bootloader Controversy===
	Motorola has made it against their Legal Agreements<ref>https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a</ref> to resell your phone, after unlocking the bootloader, sparking concerns over ownership. "''Once you unlock the device, you can only use it for your personal use, and '''may not sell or otherwise transfer the device'''''".<ref name=":0">https://en-us.support.motorola.com/ci/fattach/get/741421/1385047216/redirect/1/filename/Boot_revised.pdf</ref>		Motorola has made it against their Legal Agreements<ref>https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a ([http://web.archive.org/web/20260216203142/https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a Archived])</ref> to resell your phone, after unlocking the bootloader, sparking concerns over ownership. "''Once you unlock the device, you can only use it for your personal use, and '''may not sell or otherwise transfer the device'''''".<ref name=":0">https://en-us.support.motorola.com/ci/fattach/get/741421/1385047216/redirect/1/filename/Boot_revised.pdf ([http://web.archive.org/web/20251130172159/https://en-us.support.motorola.com/ci/fattach/get/741421/1385047216/redirect/1/filename/Boot_revised.pdf Archived])</ref>

	They have also mentioned that unlocking your device voids the warranty. This means if the CPU, battery, or any other component unrelated to unlocking a device should stop functioning, it will not be covered under warranty.<ref name=":0" />		They have also mentioned that unlocking your device voids the warranty. This means if the CPU, battery, or any other component unrelated to unlocking a device should stop functioning, it will not be covered under warranty.<ref name=":0" />

	Two Senior MotoAgents have stated that the device needs to have an internet connection for one week following the purchase or a reset to allow the functionality of bootloader unlocking.<ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g52/OEM-unlock-option-greyed-out/m-p/5289637</ref><ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/motorola-one-5G-ACE/OEM-Unlock-option-greyed-out/m-p/5232007</ref>		Two Senior MotoAgents have stated that the device needs to have an internet connection for one week following the purchase or a reset to allow the functionality of bootloader unlocking.<ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g52/OEM-unlock-option-greyed-out/m-p/5289637 ([http://web.archive.org/web/20250708170859/https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g52/OEM-unlock-option-greyed-out/m-p/5289637 Archived])</ref><ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/motorola-one-5G-ACE/OEM-Unlock-option-greyed-out/m-p/5232007 ([http://web.archive.org/web/20251128184720/https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/motorola-one-5G-ACE/OEM-Unlock-option-greyed-out/m-p/5232007 Archived])</ref>

	According to a post on Motorola's official forum from one of the Moto Agents, once the device reaches a certain age (no specific age is given), it becomes unable to get a key to unlock the bootloader.<ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/MOTOROLA-Android-Developer-Community/Your-device-does-not-qualify-for-bootloader-unlocking/m-p/5234690?page=3#6297769</ref>		According to a post on Motorola's official forum from one of the Moto Agents, once the device reaches a certain age (no specific age is given), it becomes unable to get a key to unlock the bootloader.<ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/MOTOROLA-Android-Developer-Community/Your-device-does-not-qualify-for-bootloader-unlocking/m-p/5234690?page=3#6297769 ([http://web.archive.org/web/20260220162935/https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/MOTOROLA-Android-Developer-Community/Your-device-does-not-qualify-for-bootloader-unlocking/m-p/5234690?page=3 Archived])</ref>

	Most E-series models, devices with Android GO pre-installed, some MTK models, Amazon Prime devices do not support the official bootloader unlock method.<ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-e13/How-to-root-Moto-E13/m-p/5302949?page=1#6312054</ref>		Most E-series models, devices with Android GO pre-installed, some MTK models, Amazon Prime devices do not support the official bootloader unlock method.<ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-e13/How-to-root-Moto-E13/m-p/5302949?page=1#6312054 ([http://web.archive.org/web/20250708170857/https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-e13/How-to-root-Moto-E13/m-p/5302949?page=1 Archived])</ref>

	====ODM devices====		====ODM devices====
	There is a strong possibility that devices not created by Motorola's core development team but purchased from ODMs will not be able to be officially unlocked.<ref>https://github.com/melontini/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/brands/motorola/README.md#unofficial-ways</ref><ref>https://github.com/orgs/moto-fogorow/discussions/1</ref>		There is a strong possibility that devices not created by Motorola's core development team but purchased from ODMs will not be able to be officially unlocked.<ref>https://github.com/melontini/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/brands/motorola/README.md#unofficial-ways ([http://web.archive.org/web/20250729025627/https://github.com/melontini/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/brands/motorola/README.md Archived])</ref><ref>https://github.com/orgs/moto-fogorow/discussions/1 ([http://web.archive.org/web/20251007190502/https://github.com/orgs/moto-fogorow/discussions/1 Archived])</ref>

	For example, the Moto G24, G24 Power, E7 and E7 Power models manufactured by Tinno have a blocked bootloader unlock feature if the device is not a development device. Even if this lock can be bypassed, the bootloader will automatically lock after rebooting the device if it is not a development device.<ref>https://fogorow.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/bootloader#official-way</ref>		For example, the Moto G24, G24 Power, E7 and E7 Power models manufactured by Tinno have a blocked bootloader unlock feature if the device is not a development device. Even if this lock can be bypassed, the bootloader will automatically lock after rebooting the device if it is not a development device.<ref>https://fogorow.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/bootloader#official-way ([http://web.archive.org/web/20251007190438/https://fogorow.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/bootloader/ Archived])</ref>

	The only way bypass it is to flash a [https://fogorow.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/modding/custom-bootloader custom ChouChou bootloader] specially ported for your device, that will disable this check.		The only way bypass it is to flash a [https://fogorow.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/modding/custom-bootloader custom ChouChou bootloader] specially ported for your device, that will disable this check.
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	====Intentional bootloader unlock restriction on some Motorola models====		====Intentional bootloader unlock restriction on some Motorola models====
	On some smartphone models, bootloader unlocking is officially impossible.		On some smartphone models, bootloader unlocking is officially impossible.
	For example, on the "Moto G13/G23/G24/G24 Power" models, the <code>fastboot oem get_unlock_data</code> command is missing.<ref>https://penangf.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/bootloader/#official-unlocking-method</ref>		For example, on the "Moto G13/G23/G24/G24 Power" models, the <code>fastboot oem get_unlock_data</code> command is missing.<ref>https://penangf.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/bootloader/#official-unlocking-method ([http://web.archive.org/web/20251007190337/https://penangf.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/bootloader/ Archived])</ref>
	This command is necessary to obtain unique identifiers, which are then used to generate an unlock key. Besides, there are no officially documented alternative methods of getting the key on these phone models.		This command is necessary to obtain unique identifiers, which are then used to generate an unlock key. Besides, there are no officially documented alternative methods of getting the key on these phone models.
	Notably, on more affordable devices with the same SoC, such as the Moto G31, bootloader unlocking was officially available.		Notably, on more affordable devices with the same SoC, such as the Moto G31, bootloader unlocking was officially available.

	For a long time, customers submitted requests on Motorola's official forum, asking for the ability to obtain an unlock key or an alternative method.<ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g13/Motorola-Moto-G13-G23-bootloader/m-p/5342278</ref><ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/MOTOROLA-Android-Developer-Community/How-to-unlock-bootloader-on-Motorola-moto-G23/m-p/5277660</ref><ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/MOTOROLA-Android-Developer-Community/Moto-G23-Bootloader-unlock-request/m-p/5319977</ref><ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g23/Moto-G23-%E2%80%93-Request-to-include-SID-Keys-in-next-OTA-Update/m-p/5344909</ref>		For a long time, customers submitted requests on Motorola's official forum, asking for the ability to obtain an unlock key or an alternative method.<ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g13/Motorola-Moto-G13-G23-bootloader/m-p/5342278 ([http://web.archive.org/web/20250927104040/https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g13/Motorola-Moto-G13-G23-bootloader/m-p/5342278 Archived])</ref><ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/MOTOROLA-Android-Developer-Community/How-to-unlock-bootloader-on-Motorola-moto-G23/m-p/5277660 ([http://web.archive.org/web/20250708170905/https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/MOTOROLA-Android-Developer-Community/How-to-unlock-bootloader-on-Motorola-moto-G23/m-p/5277660 Archived])</ref><ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/MOTOROLA-Android-Developer-Community/Moto-G23-Bootloader-unlock-request/m-p/5319977 ([http://web.archive.org/web/20250708170859/https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/MOTOROLA-Android-Developer-Community/Moto-G23-Bootloader-unlock-request/m-p/5319977 Archived])</ref><ref>https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g23/Moto-G23-%E2%80%93-Request-to-include-SID-Keys-in-next-OTA-Update/m-p/5344909 ([http://web.archive.org/web/20250708170851/https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g23/Moto-G23-%E2%80%93-Request-to-include-SID-Keys-in-next-OTA-Update/m-p/5344909 Archived])</ref>
	However, Motorola Agents either ignored these messages or responded with: ''"- This phone does not support bootloader unlocking"''.		However, Motorola Agents either ignored these messages or responded with: ''"- This phone does not support bootloader unlocking"''.
	Later, after numerous inquiries, Motorola issued a formal response: ''"- We will forward this information to the developers."'' However, no further action was taken.		Later, after numerous inquiries, Motorola issued a formal response: ''"- We will forward this information to the developers."'' However, no further action was taken.

	Over time, a community of enthusiasts successfully unlocked the bootloader on Moto G13/G23 by decompiling the lk (Little Kernel, bootloader) partition, studying the key generation algorithm, and creating a key generator (keygen).<ref>https://penangf.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/bootloader/#bootloader-unlock</ref><ref>https://penangf.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/oem-key-algorithm</ref><ref>https://github.com/moto-penangf/fuckyoumoto/blob/main/oem_keygen.py</ref>		Over time, a community of enthusiasts successfully unlocked the bootloader on Moto G13/G23 by decompiling the lk (Little Kernel, bootloader) partition, studying the key generation algorithm, and creating a key generator (keygen).<ref>https://penangf.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/bootloader/#bootloader-unlock ([http://web.archive.org/web/20251007190337/https://penangf.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/bootloader/ Archived])</ref><ref>https://penangf.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/oem-key-algorithm ([http://web.archive.org/web/20251007190411/https://penangf.fuckyoumoto.xyz/docs/dev/oem-key-algorithm/ Archived])</ref><ref>https://github.com/moto-penangf/fuckyoumoto/blob/main/oem_keygen.py</ref>
	This proves that bootloader unlocking was originally intended to be possible, '''but Motorola deliberately concealed it from customers by refusing to provide the necessary keys.'''		This proves that bootloader unlocking was originally intended to be possible, '''but Motorola deliberately concealed it from customers by refusing to provide the necessary keys.'''